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The Great American Treasure Hunt Coming to Florissant

Do you ever wonder what that old toy, class ring or piece of war memorabilia you have stashed away in your closet is worth? You might be sitting on a small fortune. Mark your calendar because the Great American Treasure Hunt and their specialists are coming to Florissant, March 26-30 at the Hampton Inn, 55 Dunn Road. Hours will be 9-6 March 26-29 and 9-4 on Saturday, March 30.

The Great American Treasure Hunt, which is free, is a touring road show event which travels the North American continent. While the Great American Treasure Hunt will buy anything that is old, the focus will be on gold and silver jewelry, coins made before 1965, military items, toys and trains, musical instruments, pocket and wrist watches, costume jewelry, old US currency printed prior to 1964, and foreign coins.

The Great American Treasure Hunt President, Anthony Enright, explains what sets our event apart. “Due to our relationships with vendors across the US and our direct link to gold and silver refineries, we are able to pay unbelievable prices for both precious metals and collectibles.” Visitors to the event will also be able to ask questions directly to the specialists. Enright says, “Everybody has an item or two that they are curious about its value. This event is a great place to find out what it’s worth and sell it on the spot if you choose.”

Enright stresses it’s not just the hidden gems they are looking for, “One thing that every woman probably has is broken jewelry; necklaces, bracelets, rings or even earrings that are no longer part of a set. The time has never been better to cash-in on those pieces sitting at the bottom of your jewelry box!” Typically, for a mixed box of old jewelry, people can walk out with a check for a few hundred dollars depending on the quality.

Antique Flags are always much sought items at the Great American TreasureHunt shows.

If you are planning on attending, here are a few tips for visitors. Although the evaluation process is very quick, bring along a book to read because you may have to wait in line for 5 to 10 minutes depending on the day. Also, don’t clean your items, it could damage them and ultimately lower its value. The specialists can see through the dirt and grime. Finally, there is no limit to the number of items you can bring, they will evaluate it all. Even if you have unusually large items, they are available to assist you.

Enright promises, “It’s a fun, free and exciting event and more than likely, you will walk out with a money in hand.” For further information call 662-512-2372